Serving 1,068 students in grades 9-12, Bennington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Bennington Secondary School covers the entire Bennington, NE school district, encompassing approximately 42.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bennington High School's student population of 1,068 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,068 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Campus Size
840 acres
School Rankings
Bennington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennington High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
84%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Tuffy The Badger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennington High School's ranking?
Bennington High School is ranked #210 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bennington High School?
The graduation rate of Bennington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Bennington High School?
1,068 students attend Bennington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bennington High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennington High School?
Bennington High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bennington High School offer ?
Bennington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennington High School part of?
Bennington High School is part of Bennington School District.
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